Behr → Dutch Boy
Dutch Boy equivalent of Behr Sea Ridge 540B-6
The closest Dutch Boy colour is Ship Shape Blue (137-6DB), at ΔE 3.54 — close.
Ship Shape Blue is the closest Dutch Boy makes, but at ΔE 3.54 it is a near miss rather than a match. Expect a visible difference where the two meet — on adjoining walls, or against existing trim.
Why people switch between Behr and Dutch Boy
Most people comparing Behr to Dutch Boy are not shopping for a new colour. They have already chosen one, and then hit a price difference or a painter who buys from a single supplier. The question is what goes on the wall instead.
How close Ship Shape Blue really is
- Delta E (CIEDE2000)
- 3.54close
- LRV
- 28Behr is 32
- Hex
- #4398C1#45A3CB in Behr
The candidate is darker, more muted, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 4.0 points lower.
Other Dutch Boy options
Worth knowing if Ship Shape Blue is discontinued locally, or if you want to shift the colour slightly warmer or cooler.
- Perfect Puddle 136-5DBΔE 3.57 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Blue Morning Glory 138-6DBΔE 4.31 · close · Nearly the same lightness, more muted, with a small hue shift.
- Surf's Up! 136-6DBΔE 5.57 · noticeably different · The candidate is darker, more saturated, with a small hue shift. Its LRV is 6.0 points lower.